Master of Education

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Program Description

Overview

The Master of Education Program at the United Arab Emirates University is practice-oriented with the primary focus of enhancing the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of graduate students. The program is designed to cater to the needs of school teachers, principals, and other school professionals who are eager to pursue graduate studies to improve their performances. It focuses on preparing leaders who will engage in school reform through curriculum development, school decision-making, and community outreach. The program is based on best international standards which will help in facilitating the continuous improvement of education in the United Arab Emirates. The Master’s degree program offers three tracks: Educational Leadership, Special Education and Curriculum and Instruction (English, Arabic, Islamic Studies, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies). UAEU College of Education is considered a pioneer in the Middle East in Teacher Education preparation, demonstrated by its attainment of international recognition from the Center for Quality Assurance in International Education (CQAIE) in collaboration with the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), in 2005 and 2010 respectively.

UAEU now ranks #1 in the UAE based on the Times Higher Education Ranking! We are also #5 in the Middle East, #49th in Asia and #70 in the Young University Rankings of 2019.

Program Objectives

Acquire advanced knowledge of educational theory, research, and skills related to the area of specialization.

Enhance ability to incorporate theory and research into practice related to the area of specialization.

Become reflective practitioners within the area of specialization.

Become an educational leader and promotes the success of all students by advocating, nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning.

Enhance the ability to use problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities to develop, implement, and evaluate collaborative teaching and learning activities.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Apply advanced knowledge and skills necessary in their area of specialization.

Create a responsive learning environment in which equal treatment, fairness, and respect for diversity are sustained.

Collaborate with stakeholders to improve programs, services, and outcomes for students and their families.

Use quantitative and qualitative research that enhance teaching and learning practices and/or school operations.

Demonstrate leadership abilities in their profession.

Integrate ICT (Information and Communication Technology) into teaching and learning and/or school operations.

Use effective communication skills to manage the complexities of teaching for learning in all educational settings.

Degree Requirements

Required Credit Hours: minimum of 36 hours

College of Education

Required Courses (9 hours)

Credit Hours

CURR611

Introduction to Educational Research

3

FOED616

Leading Schools & Communities

3

SPED6018

Human Development & Individual Differences

3

Elective Courses (6 hours)

Credit Hours

CURR6013

Advanced Teaching Applications in ED

3

CURR6014

Advanced Educational Research

3

CURR617

Current Issues in T & L

3

FOED6015

Intern Perspective on ED LSH

3

FOED6019

Leadership of Change in Education Organizations

3

SPED624

Inclusive Learning Environment

3

Curriculum and Instruction Track

Required Courses (15 hours)

Credit Hours

CURR617

Current Issues in T & L

3

CURR6121

Advanced Study in Curriculum & Instruction

3

CURR622

Class Assessment & Program Evaluation

3

CURR6400

Thesis 1

0 - 3

CURR6401

Thesis Proposal Development Seminar I

1

CURR6402

Thesis Proposal Development Seminar II

1

CURR6403

Thesis Proposal Development Seminar III

1

CURR644

Professional Portfolio Development 1 2

3

CURR645

Professional Portfolio Development 2

3

1: Min CH:0 to Max CH:3 (Thesis Option)

2: non-thesis option

C and I Concentration Methods Courses - Students should select two courses from the same subject area. (6 hours)

Credit Hours

CURR612E

Advanced Teaching Methods / Eng I

3

CURR612M

Advanced Teaching Methods / Math I

3

CURR612S

Advanced Teaching Methods / Science I

3

CURR622E

Advanced Teaching Methods / Eng II

3

CURR622M

Advanced Teaching Methods / Math II

3

CURR622S

Advanced Teaching Methods / Sc II

3

Educational Leadership Track

Required Courses (21 hours)

Credit Hours

FOED6400

Thesis 3

0

FOED6401

Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar I

1

FOED6402

Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar II

1

FOED6403

Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar III

1

FOED6421

Personnel Administration & Staff Development

3

FOED6422

School Finance & Resource Management

3

FOED6423

Professional & Cultural Issues in Education

3

FOED6424

Educational Supervision

3

FOED6425

School Leadership

3

3: Min CH:0 to Max CH:3

Special Education Track

Required Courses (21 hours)

Credit Hours

SPED6321

Advanced Assessment in Special Education

3

SPED6322

Characteristics & Teaching Techniques for Individuals

3

SPED6323

Advanced Collaboration in Special Education

3

SPED624

Inclusive Learning Environment

3

SPED6325

Curriculum Modifications for Exceptional Individuals

3

SPED6400

Thesis

3

SPED6401

Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar I

1

SPED6402

Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar II

1

SPED6403

Thesis Proposal Dev Seminar III

1

Admission Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited university recognized by the UAE Ministry of higher education and scientific research;

A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent in all undergraduate work.

A score of at least 6.0 on the IELTS Academic exam or equivalent.

This test score must be less than two years old at the time of application, with the following exceptions:

Conditional Acceptance

An applicant with a Bachelor degree recognized by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research may be granted conditional admission into the Master’s program in one and only one of the following cases:

An applicant with an IELTS score of 5.5, or its equivalent. Such a Student must meet the following requirements during the period of conditional admission or be subject to a dismissal:

Must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.0, or its equivalent, by the end of the student’s first semester of study;

May take a maximum of six (6) credits hours in the first semester, not including intensive English courses;

Must achieve an overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the first 9 credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied in the Master’s program.

An applicant with an undergraduate cumulative GPA less than 3.0 but equal or higher than 2.5, or its equivalent. Such a student must meet the following requirements during the period of conditional admission or be subject to a dismissal:

May take a maximum of nine (9) credits hours in the first semester of study;

Must achieve an overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the first 9 credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied in the Master’s program.

Merit Fellowship Award

To receive the Merit Award, students are expected to have high academic credentials and maintain their academic success at the UAEU. The Merit Fellowship Award offers a financial assistance in form of partial tuition waiver to qualified students. Students in STEM and strategic areas of the country (renewable energy, transportation, health, water resources, technology, space) will have priority.

Student Eligibility:

Have Excellent Academic Standing (GPA ≥ 3.6/4.0).

Maintain a GPA ≥3.6/4.0 during study at UAEU.

Have no other financial sponsorship or award.

Benefits:

50% discount on tuition fees.

Duration:

Valid until graduation as long as the student is abiding with the Student Eligibility conditions.

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The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) is a comprehensive, research-intensive university enrolling approximately 13,900 students, with more than 900 faculty and 65,000 alumni holding key positions
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